The document discusses the recent fall in adoption numbers in England over the past few months. It notes that after steady increases in 2013-2014, placements and applications for placements have dropped troublingly. However, the author believes myths and misconceptions about recent court rulings led to unnecessary anxieties among adopters. A recent judgment by Sir James Munby aimed to correct these myths. While challenges to adoptions have increased, removal of an adopted child from their home remains extremely rare. The author hopes to see adoption numbers recover in 2015.